Richter Library in 1962. He also initiated the ... Martin Luther King Jr. visited the University of Miami in May 1966 and was met by a standing ovation by the 1,200 students and faculty in attendance.

This is definitely one of the best events they’ve had, you know, outside of [UM] making the Final Four,” said Chris Rhoades, a University of Miami senior.

University Libraries will host a Poetry at Miami event at King Library’s King Cafe, 151 S. Campus Ave, from 4 to 5:15 p.m.

The University of Miami traded its breezy and studious atmosphere for carnival rides, food trucks and fireworks for thousands to celebrate its big birthday on Tuesday — 100 years old.